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One of these things is not like the other, can you spot the difference?

Can’t tell? Neither will your guests or possibly even you most of the time, but that large Picture dead center is the Samsung’s newest offering, The Frame. The Frame is just as the name describes, it is a 4K picture frame TV. Currently it only comes in a 55″ or 65″ size, and in white, beige wood or walnut finishes. In the picture above we see the TV in one of its brand new and signature features known as Art Mode. While this mode may seem slightly self explanatory a couple things should be noted.

One, the screen on the TV is actually the entire area inside the wooden border, not just inside the white border. The white border is generated during the Art Mode to give it an even more realistic appearance. Two, the Art Mode is preloaded with images from Samsung and will automatically update itself with new images over time, similar to Apple TV’s screensaver videos it plays when it times out.

Another important feature is that these TVs mount completely flat against your wall versus having a small gap like every other TV that is caused by the mount (unless you have a recessed wall). The Frame comes with its own proprietary mount that allows it to be flush but if you didn’t want to hang it on your wall, that’s not a problem either as it comes with a normal stand as well that looks like its sitting on an easel as shown below

Finally, the last thing that should be mentioned is that these TVs have Samsung’s new motion detection setting so they will automatically go off if you are not near the TV in Art Mode to save energy. If you are interested in transforming the look of your home with The Frame, fill out a contact form today or feel free to give us a call at 7048217270

While this technology wouldn’t quite make the cut for Wonder Woman’s jet, it’s the best you can get for now, in your own home. Seen above is a TV that is hidden behind a picture that rolls up and down at your command. It is programmed that when the TV is turned on the picture will roll up, revealing it and when turned off it rolls back down to conceal it. This can be done with any picture and is not done with the original. The picture that rolls up can be any of your choosing, so it could be a famous piece, or something of your own if you happen to paint. To take this invisible TV to the next level, you should pair it with some invisible speakers…

These are truly 100% hidden speakers from a company known as Stealth Acoustics. The picture above was taken with unfinished product so you can understand the process, after this they are completely blended with the wall so even you as the owner will forget where they are after a while. These speakers are not muffled in anyway and sound just as clear as other in wall speakers and they also have stealth sub woofers that you can purchase to complete your surround sound. These speakers are best to be installed during initial construction, not after like shown above.

The final subject I wanted to mention is the smaller objects that a homeowner may not think about hiding, security sensors as well as heating & cooling systems. Firstly, door security systems can be tied into you light system as well. This will have your lights automatically turn on when the door is opened and off if you wish them to be too, when closed. They can also send alerts to your phone when they are opened and you are away from the house. Secondly, thanks to companies like Crestron, wall mounted temperature sensors have now been reduced to where they only stick off the wall about an eighth of an inch, and can be easily painted or even wall papered over. The next bonus that comes with their system is that the thermostats can be tucked away in closets as their system can be ran entirely from your own smart phone.

What goes around comes around and right now turntables are making a comeback. The purest form of listening to music has only gotten better thanks to improvement of materials and technology used to make these pieces. Pictured above is the Clearaudio Statement and it is just one visual example alone of how far listening to vinyl has come. But the Statement is an example of the very upper end of the modern turntables, companies like Thorens and McIntosh make more affordable solutions that still are very aesthetically appealing.

Pictured above is the Thorens TD 309 Tri- Balance turntable.The three point suspension design creates perfect balance both mechanically and aesthetically. The aluminum tonearm, known as the TP 92, was specifically designed for Thorens turntables and uses an ultra-low-friction bearing and an innovative magnetic anti-bias system that is said to have zero stiction. The rolled aluminum arm tube is mad with reduced modal resonance technology and is designed so the center of gravity is level with the stylus.

Also worth taking a look at is this McIntosh MT10 turntable. It was one of Electronic House’s Products of the Year back in 2008. It comes with anti-skate, tracking force and cartridge position already set from the factory. It also has a unique tonearm that features a rigid, dural-aluminum arm-tube gimbaled in two sapphire (horizontal) and two ceramic (vertical) bearings f​or the least possible friction. The MT10 comes with a .5mV moving coil cartridge, an ebony body and an elliptical stylus for a look that will improve and home system in sound and aesthetics.

To find more details on the MT10 check here http://www.mcintoshlabs.com/us/Products/pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=turntables&ProductId=MT10

If interested in either of these products or what else Thorens or McIntosh has to offer give us a call at 7048217270

Weather proof, outdoor TVs have improved tremendously over the last few years. The quality and brightness are the same as you will find on your indoor set while having full water proof and fade resistant qualities. Pictured above is the Storm series line from Seura. They still come with all the normal connection ports, are available in 4k and are also a lot slimmer than they used to be. Each cable the TV comes with are specifically made to firmly secure the connection and protect the input from any form of moisture. Gone are the days for the glare saturated and bulky outdoor TV sets. The Seura has an Adaptive Contrast feature to adjust itself to all forms of light automatically so you never have to manually do it yourself. The viewing angle on the Storm series is also very wide by any TV standard. All are also able to be mounted to almost any surface of your choosing outside and are built to withstand temperatures from -30 to over 140 degrees Fahrenheit. The Storm TV by Seura was awarded Best New Product by CEDIA in 2015. CEDIA is the Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association.

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